Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests NEWS INDEX:   Lexus ROAD TEST Lexus IS 250C F Sport 5th May, 2013 Lexus ES returning to Australia 26th February, 2013 The all-new front-wheel drive ES carries on the model's reputation for space, comfort and straight-line stability while offering greater levels of driving performance from its wider, longer and lower platform ..... more All-new Lexus IS unveiled 24th January, 2013 In conjunction with a dramatic new design featuring the Lexus spindle grille, the new IS has been engineered to provide outstanding dynamic capabilities ..... more ROAD TEST Lexus GS 350 23rd December, 2012 Lexus lifts the lid on another F Sport model 22nd October, 2012 F Sport has definitely resonated with Australian Lexus customers, with almost 50 per cent of IS 350 sales and one-third of CT 200h sales being F Sport models ..... more Lexus adding hybrid F Sport to new LS range 21st September, 2012 LS 600h will become Lexus' first all-wheel drive F Sport sedan - ensuring all 327 kilowatts are transferred to the road, aiding a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 6.3 seconds ..... more Lexus reveal the new LS 31st July, 2012 The new LS has 3,000 improvements and component changes, including three world firsts and no less than 14 Lexus firsts - and it will be here in Australia in early 2013 ..... more Chrome for an aussie Lexus LFA 20th July, 2012 An Australian owner of a $700,000 (approx) Lexus LFA super car has taken their vehicle to the extreme ..... more New-look Lexus RX released 2nd July, 2012 Lexus has launched the new-look RX range, featuring greater driving dynamics, a new model, greater drivetrain choice, bold styling and increased value ..... more Lexus GS 450h arrives in June 22nd May, 2012 Lexus Australia will launch its most efficient GS model yet - the all-new second generation GS 450h in June 2012. Featuring an advanced petrol-electric hybrid drivetrain, the all-new GS 450h will be priced* from $99,900* ..... more Lexus LX 570 updated 6th May, 2012 Lexus Australia has introduced its new-look LX 570 with new features, revised model line-up and more competitive pricing than its predecessor ..... more Lexus GS released 13th April, 2012 Featuring an all-new model line-up, engine variants, design and on-board technology, the new Lexus GS has been engineered to deliver the space, comfort, power, features and driving dynamics demanded from a grand touring sports sedan ..... more Lexus GS prices announced 29th February, 2012 Set to arrive in April, Lexus' new GS 250 and GS 350 models will feature sharp pricing across three variants, starting from $77,900* for the GS 250 Luxury model ..... more Lexus LX 570 update on the way 13th January, 2012 Sporting a bold new front end and new on-board technology, Lexus has refreshed its LX 570 by adopting Lexus' signature spindle grille, new 20-inch alloy wheel design, exterior styling and onboard technology ..... more Top of page Lexus LF-LC coupe concept 22nd December, 2011 Taking the new Lexus design direction one step further, the LF-LC 2+2 sport coupe will be unveiled next month in USA at the Detroit Motor Show ..... more Lexus GS unveiled in USA 19th August, 2011 The new model combines dynamic styling, precise handling, innovative technology and a spacious, luxurious interior ..... more Lexus GS 29th July, 2011 The new Lexus GS has also been engineered to provide a more engaging and dynamic driving experience and the highest levels of refinement ..... more Lexus Landaulet for Prince Albert II of Monaco 27th June, 2011 A unique, full hybrid Lexus LS 600h L Landaulet fitted with a one-piece transparent polycarbonate roof will serve as the royal wedding car when Prince Albert II of Monaco marries Carlene Wittstock in Monte Carlo on 2nd July ..... more Lexus CT200h released 26th April, 2011 Starting at $39,990*, CT 200h will open up the Lexus brand to a host of new and existing customers - those wanting to enter the luxury market, those wanting to downsize to a stylish and sporty hatchback, and those who wish to take advantage of the CT 200h's unique hybrid driveline ..... more Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid Concept for New York 6th April, 2011 Lexus has announced that the LF-Gh hybrid concept will make its world debut at the 2011 New York Motor Show ..... more Lexus CT 200h arrives in March 23rd February, 2011 The all-new Lexus CT 200h hybrid hatch will bring new levels of technology, equipment and customer service to the compact luxury segment when it launches locally late next month ..... more Lexus shows two modified IS Fs 30th January, 2011 One of Japan's largest custom car show recently revealed the sporting side of Lexus with two tuned and modified IS Fs* on display at the Tokyo Auto Salon ..... more Lexus CT 200h released in Japan 16th January, 2011 Lexus launched the hybrid-only "CT 200h"1, its first entry in the premium-compact segment in Japan last week. And it will be coming to Australia this year ..... more Top of page Updated Lexus IS F released 12th December, 2010 Performance revisions extend to the IS F's suspension, where significant re-tuning work improves ride comfort and high-speed stability under all driving conditions ..... more Lexus RX updated 30th November, 2010 The new Advanced Pre-Collision Safety System, however, also applies the vehicle's brakes if the driver fails to do so ..... more Lexus IS 350 released 10th November, 2010 Lexus Australia has boosted the IS model line-up with the introduction of the powerful new IS 350 sedan. Slotting between the IS 250 and IS F variants, the new IS 350 will deliver 233 kW of power and 378 Nm of torque. The launch of IS 350 coincides with new styling and features for the IS sedan range ..... more Lexus CT 200h F Sport revealed 15th October, 2010 Lexus has revealed the CT 200h F Sport in advance of the model's introduction to Australia in the first half of 2011 ..... more Lexus SC 430 production concludes 26th August, 2010 Lexus has ended production of the SC 430 after almost a decade. The SC 430 was Lexus' first two-door hard-top coupe-convertible. It paved the way for the evolution of Lexus' design philosophy which culminated in the L-finesse inspired vehicles of today ..... more More details: Lexus CT 200h 16th August, 2010 Far from being a standard hybrid, the new CT 200h - the first Lexus for the luxury small car market - has been the subject of innovative, detailed chassis engineering to ensure the CT 200h is a true driver's car ..... more Lexus IS 350 set to perform 25th May, 2010 Lexus' forthcoming IS 350 sedan will develop the highest specific output of any of its naturally aspirated six-cylinder rivals when it launches late this year ..... more Lexus CT 200h bound for Australia 29th April, 2010 Due on sale in the first half of 2011, the CT 200h will become the fourth hybrid Lexus model available in Australia ..... more ROAD TEST Lexus IS 250C 4th April, 2010 Lexus LFA to take on the 'ring 29th March, 2010 It will be the first time the production LFA is seen in 'full-blooded' competition, taking on one of the world's most challenging circuits ..... more Lexus LS 600hL upgraded 9th March, 2010 Lexus' full hybrid LS 600hL flagship gains a range of technological and styling improvements for the 2010 model year ..... more Lexus CT 200h set for 2011 release 28th February, 2010 Entering production in late 2010 and set for sale worldwide, the full hybrid model will provide a new gateway to the Lexus range and attract new, younger customers to the brand ..... more Lexus to expand IS range with 350 22nd February, 2010 Australia will become one of only four countries to receive the powerful IS 350 sedan, joining the United States, Canada and Japan ..... more Top of page Lexus upgrades IS 250 range 6th October, 2009 Inspired by the range-topping, high-performance IS F sedan, and based on IS 250 Sports, the new Lexus IS 250 F-Sport gains additional design and comfort enhancements ..... more Lexus presents LF-Ch concept 24th September, 2009 Lexus LF-Ch concept combines compact dimensions, stylish five-door, full hybrid technology and low emissions to satisfy the most demanding customer requirements and to appeal to a new, younger generation of customers ..... more Lexus IS 250C arrives 4th September, 2009 Dynamically, the Lexus IS 250C has been designed to combine the driving performance traits of a sedan, with the open air enjoyment of a convertible ..... more Lexus IS-F cops a Policing role in UK 28th July, 2009 The Lexus IS-F has a performance tuned 5.0-litre V8 engine capable of reaching 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds ..... more ROAD TEST Lexus LS 460 20th July, 2009 Lexus announces prices for new convertible 15th July, 2009 Lexus IS 250C will come to market with three model grades, starting at a sharp $79,900* for the Prestige model ..... more Lexus Increases Hybrid Battery Warranty 29th June, 2009 Lexus Australia has announced it will increase all Lexus HV (hybrid) battery warranties to eight years or 160,000 kilometres, whichever occurs sooner ..... more ROAD TEST Lexus RX 350 Sport 22nd June, 2009 Lexus RX 450h Released Locally 16th June, 2009 The petrol-electric hybrid will consume 6.4 litres of fuel per 100 km and emit 150 grammes of CO2 - an emissions figure not achieved by any other luxury SUV in Australia ..... more Lexus IS 250C Proved In Harsh Australian Sun 9th June, 2009 The all-new Lexus IS 250C has undergone an intensive development testing programme that took in some of the harshest conditions - including the Australian outback ..... more Lexus RX 450h Continues Hybrid Firsts 19th May, 2009 The debut of all-new Lexus RX 450h will herald another hybrid world-first for Lexus, the introduction of the world's only Atkinson Cycle V6 engine in a hybrid ..... more Lexus Adds Sporting Package To IS 250 7th April, 2009 The new Sports Package adds unique 18 inch split five-spoke alloy wheels, satellite navigation, aluminium pedals and sports suspension ..... more Lexus Sells Its 15,000th RX In Australia 18th March, 2009 The milestone was achieved on the eve of the launch of the all new third generation RX 350, after just six years on sale ..... more Lexus Announces Class Leading Emissions & Economy For New RX 450h 15th March, 2009 On sale from mid-2009, the new full hybrid crossover is the high performance flagship of the RX range, which now enters its third-generation ..... more Top of page Lexus LF-C concept car 26th August, 2004 Paris Motor Show will be the location for the European debut of the Lexus LF-C concept which originally appeared in April 2004 at the New York Motor Show ...... more Lexus LF-C concept 9th April, 2004 Lexus reveal the direction their IS300 may be heading when they showed the LF-C concept car at the 2004 New York Motor Show ..... more Lexus LF-C Sports Coupe Concept Car 28th March, 2004 A new V8 powered concept car will be unveiled at the New York Motor Show next month ..... more Top of page About | Car Clubs | Home | News | Road Ramblings | Road Tests | Subscribe | Top Drive ©   2004 - 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